Marlin 1895 Trapper 45-70 Govt Lever-Action Rifle with Stainless Barrel

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Marlin 1895 Trapper 45-70 Govt Lever-Action Rifle with Stainless Barrel Based on the same platform as the Marlin 1895 SBL, the Marlin 1895 Trapper boasts a shorter, more maneuverable 16″ barrel, offers a bead-blasted, satin stainless finish for low glare in the field and rapid acquisition with the adjustable Skinner Sights™ receiver-mounted peep sight system.

This American-made lever-action rifle was manufactured with great pride and attention to detail. You can expect the same time-honored design as the traditional 1895, combined with Ruger’s trusted reputation for producing high-quality, reliable firearms.

Marlin 1895 Trapper 45-70 Govt Lever-Action Rifle Specifications

Model #: 70450
Caliber: 45-70 Govt
Capacity: 5+1
Stock: Black Laminate
Material: Stainless Steel
Finish: Satin Stainless
Front Sight: Skinner Sights™ Blade
Rear Sight: Skinner Sights™ Adjustable
Weight: 7.1 lb.
Overall Length: 34.25″
Length of Pull: 13.38″
Barrel Length: 16.10″
Thread Pattern: 11/16″-24
Thread Cap: Match-Polished
Barrel: Cold Hammer-Forged Stainless Steel
Twist: 1:20″ RH
Grooves: 6
UPC: 7-36676-70450-7

Ruger-made Marlin 1895 SBL .45-70 Gov’t rifle last year was very well received, and Marlin is following that up with the 1895 Trapper. It has the same chambering, satin stainless finish and gray laminate stock as the SBL, but the Trapper version has a shorter, 16.1-inch barrel. Its barrel is cold hammer forged out of 410 stainless steel, has a 1:20 twist and is threaded 11/16×24 for mounting a suppressor or other muzzle device.

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With its shorter barrel and reduced overall length of 34.25 inches, the Trapper is ideal for anyone who wants to add a can to their rifle without making the gun so long that it becomes unwieldy or for those who hunt in tight cover and want the shorter barrel because it’s handier.

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Weight is 7.1 pounds, and the gun’s balance point is centered at the loading port, which gives it that “between the hands” feel shooters love.

Marlin 1895 trapper model lever gun in .45-70 gov't — Marlin 1895 Trapper 45-70

There’s also no doubt that these guns will be gobbled up by Marlin collectors, but you don’t need a dogmatic reason to buy one. These American-made lever actions are simply fun to shoot. That’s reason enough to own one.

Marlin 1895 Trapper 45-70

Ruger Marlin 1895 trapper model lever gun in .45-70 gov't

The triggerguard plate, receiver and lever are all precision CNC machined from 416 stainless steel forgings. An oversized lever loop makes it easy to cycle quickly and reliably. The bolt features a side-mounted extractor on the bolt body and a spring-loaded ejector that rests in a recess within the receiver.

There’s also a crossbolt safety located on the upper rear portion of the receiver. The hammer has both half- and full-cock positions.

Marlin 1895 .45-70 Trapper Lever Gun: Review

The now Ruger-made Marlin lever guns are in high demand, and the new Model 1895 Trapper is one of the best compact lever guns in .45-70 Gov’t for sale today.

November 30, 2022By Brad Fitzpatrick

The release of the Ruger-made Marlin 1895 SBL .45-70 Gov’t rifle last year was very well received, and Marlin is following that up with the 1895 Trapper. It has the same chambering, satin stainless finish and gray laminate stock as the SBL, but the Trapper version has a shorter, 16.1-inch barrel. Its barrel is cold hammer forged out of 410 stainless steel, has a 1:20 twist and is threaded 11/16×24 for mounting a suppressor or other muzzle device.